Robert Eugene Van Wormer

Battalion Chief Van Wormer was on assignment in Santa Cruz working an investigation. He was having dinner with an associate. Battalion Chief Van Wormer lost consciousness and was immediately transported to the hospital. His death was caused by a heart attack.

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